Thank you for this! Very, very useful. Also... "There is no shame in fishing." LOL! Oh, I wish I had more than one like to give, just for that nugget alone!
Wow! A great video about explaining how to assemble a mechanical watch. I was always so intimidated by it I haven't committed to getting into the hobby. Now I think I can confidently get in it and enjoy...because it is all "child's play" Thank you for the video!!
Incredibly valuable tutelage sir, your pedagogy is exemplary. At this early stage in my watchmaking journey, you have really helped me lock-in the fundamentals that I need to understand. Next time I'm in NL, I will happily buy you a sack of your preferred coffee! Big thanks, more power to you.
I was just about ready to quit my struggling watch repair education and become a fisherman, but then I watched your amazing video. Millions of fish everywhere will thank you because they have escaped my magical fishing powers as I am going back with a better understanding of watch repair. :)
That's still an issue for me too sometimes, but have you seen Kalle's video about screws? It helped out a lot. Edit: it's called "The Most Common Mistake in Watch Making" and is the fourth video in the "Watchmaking Tutorials for Beginners" playlist.
@SlickWillyTFCF Yes, I saw that. However, Kalle explains which screw secures what, whether it clamps or centers. I’m having issues with the length of the screws.
@@MagWatchTime that's how I've dealt with it as well. The screws go with the associated parts in the divided tray. If i have to ill wash them together in batches too. I'm not yet to the point where I can put them all together and be confident I have the right one when the time comes.
Excellent, excellent,excellent! And may I add, if you get frustrated just walk away for a little while. When you get back to it, it will make more sense and usually go right back together.
Kalle, what can I say that has not already been said? The logical explanations of the movement, wheels, pivots…I felt myself relax and get excited about working on movements. One of the most effective videos I’ve seen of yours. I owe you a coffee when I come visit The Netherlands!
Thanks for this video, it's hands down THE BEST content in watchmaking for beginners in such little time, there's a lot of hour long videos that's not that informative.
I'm so happy I've discovered your channel. I love old American pocket watches, Hamilton , Illinois, Waltham, Elgin. I have around 50, some work, some don't. I bought them because I love how they look. I have been wanting to attempt to repair them myself , though I have zero experience at my 60 year of age. You've helped me understand the basic underlying concern of all the wheels..it makes sense now. I only have my left arm, so I'm certain it will take me longer. I'll need to figure "how to hold it, etc" problems as I come to them, but at least my initial hesitation has been relieved. Thank you for your valuable time and expertise. Russ
Thank you soo much for.it. Now it's truly child's play. My plan is to restore (by myself) two watches for my sons. Now I've got the logic! THANK YOU!!!
Thank you for taking the time to explain this, and making it "childs play". This is one of the best videos I have watched explaining the basics of how an automatic watch works.
“There’s no shame in fishing.” 😂 (Until I saw this, I was like… let me check the fishing report. :) Now, I’m in control. Great visual mnemonic! Thank you
I'm guessing that it's always the same...LOL. Seriously though, thank you for making this video, an easily understood way to show the logic of so many watches, much appreciated!
Delightful and informative presentation. Now I want to take watches apart, it's really fascinating and addictive work, especiallyy as I like to make things work..
You are a true teacher! This is the absolute best watch making video I have seen to date! I have procured some basic tools and have a small collection of derelict watch movements to work on. I really can't thank you enough for your great teaching 🤟
I think I will finally have to get an older defective Seiko and disassemble it, clean it and put it together. This was just the encouragement I needed. :)
Kalle, one of the best videos you have done. Great teacher! Now, can you do something like this for the complications 😊😊😊 Don't speak Dutch, but--- jij bent echt de max!
Hi Kalle, I really appreciate your approach. Always try to find the logic of how it works and how to applicate that theorical logic on practice. As Einstein said, "If you can easily explain your Theory to a 4 years old child, it means your undertand yourself what your tryin to explain". That's really the case with you. And you also push ourselve to act on the same way. Thank you.
Very good introduction for beginner watchmakers. I think many found it very abstract when it is not. In basic it is not complicated but it there is no end how much you can expand this hobby or profession. That makes it so great. More short teasers for newcomers is excellent👍👍
Thank you! Makes much more sense now. Started and stopped out of in trepidation. Even as my watches are not worth much. Still wanted to not screw it up.
Thanks Kalle. It’s the movement I’m learning on. I love your explanation and how it goes my thing is confidence. So when replacing the balance making the corrections for instance end shake or the depth of the palletts effecting the amplitude so one thing putting it together another thing regulating it so it keeps time 😊 I’m only 10 weeks in but still nervous!! Your video has helped me a lot.
Great video Kalle. Love how you make everything simple and instill confidence in us! Heard back from Richemont regarding Watchmaking school here in the US. I have a video interview with the instructors first week of December. Now its a race between Rolex and Richemont!! Exciting time to be in professional Horology!!❤
I found that really useful, as I still have to think about where wheels go sometimes, your so right we are in control learn the basics and understand the workings of a watch . Screws have caused me problems in the past.
I have always focused on teaching the conceptual basis of all topics before filling in the details. That is also the way I learn best, so it is such a joy to see a watchmaker follow the same approach. After taking apart a Roamer 521 ( whilst watching your video) I was wondering if I could determine how to correctly put it together without having a clear understanding of the underlying conceptual basis of mechanical movements. Many thanks Kalle...😊
I don't usually subscribe to many TH-cam channels, but you sir, are a very wise man and a very good teacher. Now SUBSCRIBED ; ) By far one of the best watchmaker videos I've seen in years! TURK - from France
Thank you for breaking it down so simply. How about techniques for identifying which screws go where? There are often multiple types of screws with differing lengths, head type and threads. Is there an easy logic that can be applied to these too? Would be great if you could do a video on that!
At 4:50 my heart sunk :)))) but this is truly one of the best videos for the beginning watchmaker. Thank you kind sir for putting it together. Really appreciated.
Excellent tips, thank you! I just managed to put together a dirty non runner Seiko 7005 back to life today and it made me super happy. My first ever! Well, I snapped the second reduction wheel screw head for the auto works after that so now I have to figure this one out, but damn I'm ready for more action! Thank you for putting your videos out. Great source of knowledge.
… and taking notes and pics during disassembly removes a lot of questions. I think the real challenge is to track what screw goes where. And the keyless works and springs. There’s some trial and error. And only one arrangement works. Never force fit reassembly. But I’m no expert Very nice vid.
That's the first time I've seen anybody explain the pivot differences. Excellent!
Thank you for the introduction. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙇🙇🙇🙇🙇🙇🙇
Thank you for this! Very, very useful. Also... "There is no shame in fishing." LOL! Oh, I wish I had more than one like to give, just for that nugget alone!
Wow! A great video about explaining how to assemble a mechanical watch. I was always so intimidated by it I haven't committed to getting into the hobby. Now I think I can confidently get in it and enjoy...because it is all "child's play" Thank you for the video!!
Best watchmaking video I've seen in 4+ years of the hobby. Thank you very much. This information will stick with me always!
Wow, thanks!
Incredibly valuable tutelage sir, your pedagogy is exemplary. At this early stage in my watchmaking journey, you have really helped me lock-in the fundamentals that I need to understand. Next time I'm in NL, I will happily buy you a sack of your preferred coffee! Big thanks, more power to you.
One of the top three videos you’ve done, kalle. Bravo. Well done. 👍
I was just about ready to quit my struggling watch repair education and become a fisherman, but then I watched your amazing video. Millions of fish everywhere will thank you because they have escaped my magical fishing powers as I am going back with a better understanding of watch repair. :)
Thank you, Kalle. For me, the hardest part right now is figuring out the screws, especially when they look the same but are of different lengths.
That's still an issue for me too sometimes, but have you seen Kalle's video about screws? It helped out a lot.
Edit: it's called "The Most Common Mistake in Watch Making" and is the fourth video in the "Watchmaking Tutorials for Beginners" playlist.
@@SlickWillyTFCFscrews for me to , I always place them with the part they come from bridge ect…
@SlickWillyTFCF Yes, I saw that. However, Kalle explains which screw secures what, whether it clamps or centers. I’m having issues with the length of the screws.
@@MagWatchTime that's how I've dealt with it as well. The screws go with the associated parts in the divided tray. If i have to ill wash them together in batches too. I'm not yet to the point where I can put them all together and be confident I have the right one when the time comes.
Omg. I just said the same thing about the screws! I should’ve read comments before hand
Excellent, excellent,excellent! And may I add, if you get frustrated just walk away for a little while. When you get back to it, it will make more sense and usually go right back together.
Kalle, what can I say that has not already been said? The logical explanations of the movement, wheels, pivots…I felt myself relax and get excited about working on movements. One of the most effective videos I’ve seen of yours. I owe you a coffee when I come visit The Netherlands!
So glad to hear and we’ll have that coffee!!
Amazing work explaining something complicated so simply! Love your function logic and method of thinking it through! Time to go fishing now... LOL.
Thanks Kalle. So grateful of the way you demystify and foster learning. You’re a fine fella!
It takes a genius to explain something in such simple terms. I'm really looking forward to the book when it's finished.
Excellent tuition! Who wants to fish anyway! Many thanks.
Just love your sharing and great teaching ❤
I enjoyed this topic. I almost spit my coffee when you said "again... there is no shame in fishing" :)
Thanks for this video, it's hands down THE BEST content in watchmaking for beginners in such little time, there's a lot of hour long videos that's not that informative.
I'm so happy I've discovered your channel. I love old American pocket watches, Hamilton , Illinois, Waltham, Elgin. I have around 50, some work, some don't. I bought them because I love how they look. I have been wanting to attempt to repair them myself , though I have zero experience at my 60 year of age. You've helped me understand the basic underlying concern of all the wheels..it makes sense now. I only have my left arm, so I'm certain it will take me longer. I'll need to figure "how to hold it, etc" problems as I come to them, but at least my initial hesitation has been relieved.
Thank you for your valuable time and expertise.
Russ
Always learn from your videos and got a laugh about no shame in fishing.😂
As someone who will retire in the next few years and be an amateur watch maker, this video is invaluable! Thank you sir!
You just turned on the light bulb in my brain. Thank you for making things so simple.
Many thanks Kalle. One of your best pedagogic videos !
Kalle is the best!
It was like a lightbulb going off in my head. I'll never look at a movement the same way again!
You are really good teacher. I love the way You talk us through the process. 👍
Best Watch movement explanation! Thank you very much.
Excellent my friend 👍
I’ve watched a thousand watch videos and have not seen an explanation like yours. It’s great. I’m going to check what else you have. THANK YOU B
Hi Kalle! This is the most easy description of a basic mechanical movement. Simple and efective for beginners. Thak you
Brilliant, Your a great teacher. 😊
Always start with what you know! Brilliantly stated.
Thank you soo much for.it. Now it's truly child's play. My plan is to restore (by myself) two watches for my sons. Now I've got the logic! THANK YOU!!!
A very informative video among so many others. Thank-you for so much you do for watch-lovers around the world. Proost!
So nice of you
I would just like to say that you have taken the mystery and the complication out of the watch movements and Horology, I am hooked on this craft!
Likewise!
This is just about the best Vidio I've seen on rebuilding a movement. Excellent work, my friend. Thank you very much.
More useful than my pile of books, this was amazing!
The moment I saw him taking a drink I subscribed 😂
Brilliant; these are the sort of tutorials that are so helpful. I´m gearing up to start experimenting on a couple of old Seikos. Thank you sincerely.
Wow! Thank you! That was so helpful. Now I think I have enough info to have a go at fixing my Grandfathers old pocket watch. Cheers.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for taking the time to explain this, and making it "childs play". This is one of the best videos I have watched explaining the basics of how an automatic watch works.
“There’s no shame in fishing.” 😂 (Until I saw this, I was like… let me check the fishing report. :) Now, I’m in control. Great visual mnemonic! Thank you
So helpful . Thank you very much .
Thank you. You are so good at teaching. You always make perfect sense. Cheers
My coffee sipping inspiration 😂
What a great way of using process of elimination to un-jumble a pile of parts!
I'm guessing that it's always the same...LOL. Seriously though, thank you for making this video, an easily understood way to show the logic of so many watches, much appreciated!
I refuse to go fishing, I'm sticking with the watches! :) Thank you sir for the EXCELLENT tutelage! Cheers to you as well!
Simplicity: A fundamental system's principle. Thank you for your clear and intuitive insight.
Thanks for sharing!
You’re amazing. Thank you.
amazing video again kalle! and so glad i dont have to go fishing , ik krijg dat haakje nooit op ze plek :D
Thank you it was very helpful and I'm grateful I discovered your channel
Delightful and informative presentation. Now I want to take watches apart, it's really fascinating and addictive work, especiallyy as I like to make things work..
Right time to find a mechanical watch I don’t need-get some tools and watch Kalle
Kalle you are a truly inspirational-Thank you❤
You are a true teacher! This is the absolute best watch making video I have seen to date! I have procured some basic tools and have a small collection of derelict watch movements to work on. I really can't thank you enough for your great teaching 🤟
Wow, thank you!
I think I will finally have to get an older defective Seiko and disassemble it, clean it and put it together. This was just the encouragement I needed. :)
Kalle, one of the best videos you have done. Great teacher! Now, can you do something like this for the complications 😊😊😊 Don't speak Dutch, but--- jij bent echt de max!
👍 thanks for sharing. You seem to be a great teacher and I hope to learn the trade from you someday.
Hi Kalle, I really appreciate your approach. Always try to find the logic of how it works and how to applicate that theorical logic on practice.
As Einstein said, "If you can easily explain your Theory to a 4 years old child, it means your undertand yourself what your tryin to explain".
That's really the case with you. And you also push ourselve to act on the same way.
Thank you.
I feel better about myself after having watched this !
You are an amazing teacher!
Wow, thank you!
Thanks for the excellent tips Kalle.
Terry Ashworth
Very good introduction for beginner watchmakers. I think many found it very abstract when it is not. In basic it is not complicated but it there is no end how much you can expand this hobby or profession. That makes it so great. More short teasers for newcomers is excellent👍👍
This is a fantastic video!! By far the most helpful is ever seen!!
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Kalle makes everything look so easy he even enjoys working on Rover’s
Thank you! Makes much more sense now. Started and stopped out of in trepidation. Even as my watches are not worth much. Still wanted to not screw it up.
Thanks Kalle. It’s the movement I’m learning on. I love your explanation and how it goes my thing is confidence. So when replacing the balance making the corrections for instance end shake or the depth of the palletts effecting the amplitude so one thing putting it together another thing regulating it so it keeps time 😊 I’m only 10 weeks in but still nervous!! Your video has helped me a lot.
You got this!
I buy old watches at estate sales to experiment on. This video will be a tremendous help. Thank you.
Excellent video Kalle, simply excellent - you are not only a great watchmaker but also a passionate and great teacher! Thanks!
Great video Kalle. Love how you make everything simple and instill confidence in us!
Heard back from Richemont regarding Watchmaking school here in the US. I have a video interview with the instructors first week of December. Now its a race between Rolex and Richemont!! Exciting time to be in professional Horology!!❤
I found that really useful, as I still have to think about where wheels go sometimes, your so right we are in control learn the basics and understand the workings of a watch . Screws have caused me problems in the past.
Wow man. These are legit classes. If you're not learning, you're not listening
I have always focused on teaching the conceptual basis of all topics before filling in the details. That is also the way I learn best, so it is such a joy to see a watchmaker follow the same approach. After taking apart a Roamer 521 ( whilst watching your video) I was wondering if I could determine how to correctly put it together without having a clear understanding of the underlying conceptual basis of mechanical movements. Many thanks Kalle...😊
Thank you Kalle, excellent video.
Glad you liked it!
Thank you for illuminating us with your vast knowledge, understanding, and sense of humor.
Thanks, very good explanation!
I don't usually subscribe to many TH-cam channels, but you sir, are a very wise man and a very good teacher. Now SUBSCRIBED ; )
By far one of the best watchmaker videos I've seen in years!
TURK - from France
Thank you so much for your support, merci!
Great information Kalle it has all fallen into place now. Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks Kalle, this is the type of information that gives those of us that are a little scared some confidence to get started.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for breaking it down so simply. How about techniques for identifying which screws go where? There are often multiple types of screws with differing lengths, head type and threads. Is there an easy logic that can be applied to these too? Would be great if you could do a video on that!
Thank you Kalle. This was very helpful!
Really super content. Many thanks indeed my friend.
I'm bidding on a vintage watch. It isn't valuable, but is something I've never seen before. It has two Main Springs! So naturally, I have to have it!!
Thank you Kalle, so helpful and straight forward. Gives us confidence! regards, Geoff from Merimbula Australia
Excellent and thank you for your time.
Super cool video, a child’s play! 😂
Had to subscribe, kalle , you are such a happy person learning and enjoying your u tubes keep good work going
Incredibly useful
Cheers from Argentina, love your videos
That is so nice to hear Allan! Happy holidays!
At 4:50 my heart sunk :)))) but this is truly one of the best videos for the beginning watchmaker. Thank you kind sir for putting it together. Really appreciated.
Excellent tips, thank you!
I just managed to put together a dirty non runner Seiko 7005 back to life today and it made me super happy. My first ever! Well, I snapped the second reduction wheel screw head for the auto works after that so now I have to figure this one out, but damn I'm ready for more action!
Thank you for putting your videos out. Great source of knowledge.
Excellent intelect at work.
Amazing video. This is what I was waiting for.
Glad you liked it!
@@ChronoglideWatchmaking Do you have a video with advice about cleaning a movement without the machines?
You teach very Well, thanks!
Always wondered how you guys remembered how it went back together, outstanding video, thanks!
New subscriber here. Big thank you for explaining it in such simple and logical way. Very educational indeed. Thanks
Appreciate you for this!
Wow. This is the most valuable video about this topic I have ever seen. By far! Thank you very much.
Glad it was helpful!
This is fantastic. So practical and intuitive. Only something that could come from an experienced pro. Thanks!
Glad you liked it!
… and taking notes and pics during disassembly removes a lot of questions.
I think the real challenge is to track what screw goes where. And the keyless works and springs. There’s some trial and error. And only one arrangement works. Never force fit reassembly. But I’m no expert
Very nice vid.
Trinocular microscope with a camera is a complete game changer and well worth the outlay if you are serious about the hobby